As the temps heat up in Southern California, you may be seeking out some refreshing outdoor destinations where you can escape the hot SoCal sun while enjoying some time in the great outdoors. That’s why this short and sweet trail tucked inside Palomar Mountain State Park is the perfect addition to your hiking bucket list. With lots of shade and lush green scenery, this is one destination where you can escape the city to stay nice and cool.

A visit to Palomar Mountain State Park In Southern California may already be on your SoCal destination list, so while you're there make sure to experience some of its very best hiking trails.
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Named after the historic cabin that was built in Palomar State Park back in the 1880s, Scott's Cabin Trail is a heavenly slice of nature that will lead you straight to the site of this former cabin.
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Although the trail is named Scott's Cabin Trail, you won't actually see a cabin once you reach the top as all that remains is a pile of logs to mark the spot where this historic cabin used to stand.
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But it doesn't make the hike any less exciting. It's simply fascinating to imagine what it must have been like to live in this towering forest of trees long ago.
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So now that you know you won't be hiking to a cabin, you can simply enjoy the stunning scenery along the trail.
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What stands out most about this hike is just how beautiful it is. You'll get to experience a fairytale footbridge, a picturesque lake, and plenty of wildlife to give you that nature experience you've been longing for.
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When the sun hits the lake and casts a ray of light, it's pure magic! It's impossible not to love this place.
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The trail itself is best described as moderately challenging as it does have an incline that requires some stamina. Make sure to pack plenty of water and wear some solid hiking shoes and you should be just fine heading out on this trail.
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Although this trail is a great one to experience all year long, we especially appreciate it in the summer as it's a great spot to escape the heat under the shade of all these towering trees. Now that's refreshing!
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What do you think of Scott’s Cabin Trail in Palomar Mountain State Park? We love the variety of scenery and we’re sure you will, too.

Looking for more nature hikes to take in Southern California? Here’s a list of 12 hiking trails in SoCal that everyone is sure to love. Which trail is your favorite?

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Palomar Mountain State Park, 19952 State Park Drive, Palomar Mountain, CA 92060, USA